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Tyler Adams – USMNT

December 12, 2018by US Soccer Players

Position: Midfielder

Date of Birth: 02/14/1999

Pro Team: RB Leipzig

Height: 5'9"

Weight: 150

Caps: 10

Goals: 1

Tyler Adams is a product of the New Jersey Red Bulls, connecting him to the parent club's holdings in Europe. That would eventually work in Adams's favor, with the standout MLS midfielder moving to RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga during the 2019 January window. It was no surprise, with Adams showing he is an elite player for his club and taking advantage of his USMNT opportunities.

USMNT Highlights

2019: Started against Ecuador on Mar 21. Named to the Gold Cup roster.
2018: Played in eight games for the USMNT becoming a regular under interim coach Dave Sarachan. Scored in the Sep 11 win over Mexico.
2017: Made his debut with the USMNT against Portugal on Nov 14.

Professional Highlights

2018-19: Eligible to play for RB Leipzig in January, 2019 he quickly became a regular in the squad finishing in 3rd-place in the Bundesliga.
2018: In his final season with the Red Bulls, Adams had 27 appearances as part of the Supporters' Shield winning squad. He signed with RB Leipzig in December.
2017: Breakout season for Adams, locking down a role with the Red Bulls and appearing in 24 league games and the playoffs.
2016: One appearance with the Red Bulls, spending most of the season with Red Bulls II where he had 18 appearances.
2015: With the Red Bulls academy since 2011, Adams emerged as a regular with Red Bulls II. Playing in USL, he made 11 appearances. With the Red Bulls, he scored against Chelsea in a friendly and signed for the senior squad.

Youth Soccer: Joined the Red Bulls academy in 2011 and was part of the USMNT youth teams.